It's curling season at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milano Cortina, Italy. And no we're not talking weight training.

Uncover the strategic depth of Olympic curling, where precision, teamwork, and mental toughness determine gold. Learn about core tactics, sweeping techniques, team roles, game plans, and how elite ...

The team with the final shot at that end is said to have the hammer. Rather than just having teams alternate possession throughout a match, the hammer doesn't automatically switch sides at each end.

And I’m not sure that’s ever been more plainly displayed than by the current curling scandal that has enveloped these Games, ...